Public works in Algeria: 2027 credits of 980 billion DA (APN communique, PLF 2027)
The Finance and Budget Committee heard the Minister of Public Works on the sector's 2027 credits, which stand at 980 billion DA.
In short
As part of its review of the 2027 draft finance law (PLF), the Finance and Budget Committee heard the Minister of Public Works and Basic Infrastructure on 21 October 2026. He stated that the credits allocated for 2027 stand at 980 billion DA. The communique gives the breakdown by item.
Key points
- Sector credits for 2027: 980 billion DA.
- Roads and motorways: 82.888 billion DA for infrastructure and 94.116 billion DA for maintenance.
- Airport infrastructure: 23.753 billion DA.
- Rail and guided transport: 72.953 billion DA.
- Objectives presented for the period 2027-2029.
What the communique says
On 21 October 2026, the Finance and Budget Committee heard a presentation by the Minister of Public Works and Basic Infrastructure. It is part of the review of sector budgets in the 2027 draft finance law (PLF).
The minister presented the objectives for 2027-2029 for roads and motorways, airports and ports, and rail and guided transport. He stated that the 2027 credits stood at 980 billion DA.
Breakdown of 2027 credits
According to the presentation, the credits are split as follows:
- Public works: 215.944 billion DA
- Road infrastructure, development and modernisation: 82.888 billion DA
- Maintenance and reinforcement of roads and motorways: 94.116 billion DA
- Airport infrastructure, development and maintenance: 23.753 billion DA
- Rail and guided transport: 72.953 billion DA
- General administration: 1 billion DA
Sector orientations for 2027
The minister cited the launch of new projects planned in the wilayas, the completion and delivery of ongoing projects, and maintenance of the national and wilaya road networks. He also stressed the need to complete and deliver, within the set deadlines, the rail projects included in the programme of the President of the Republic.
Questions from deputies
Deputies raised several topics:
- Roads and dual carriageways at communal, wilaya and national levels
- Maintenance of the national road network
- New interchanges
- Black spots, notably in the capital
- Rail projects
- Extension of metro and tramway networks
Frequently asked questions
What are the 2027 credits for the public works sector?
The minister stated that the credits allocated for the 2027 financial year stood at 980 billion DA.
How much is set for road and motorway maintenance in 2027?
According to the presentation, maintenance and reinforcement of roads and motorways receive 94.116 billion DA.
How much goes to rail and guided transport?
Rail and guided transport receive 72.953 billion DA in the breakdown presented.